21 Style Don’ts to Live By

21 Style Don’ts to Live By

We’re all about emulating outfit ideas from our favorite trendsetting celebrities, but even the chicest stars can make that occasional fashion faux pas. Here, what you should never wear to some of life’s most important events.

Your office party: DON’T show too much skin.

Your honeymoon: DON’T overcomplicate things.

You’ve made 101 decisions regarding your big day; the last thing you want to do is stress yourself out while packing for your honeymoon. Our tip: Stick to three or four key colors so that everything in your suitcase can be easily mixed and matched.

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A job interview: DON’T go too traditional.

Unless you’re interviewing for a job at an ultraconservative office, don’t be afraid to show a little bit of personality in your look. A bold color or statement accessory will hit just the right note.

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Casual Friday: DON’T look too laid-back.

Just because you’d wear it Sunday afternoon does not make it appropriate for an office environment. Avoid: flip-flops, hoodies, sweats, and cutoffs.

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A dinner party: DON’T neglect your neckline.

We love snazzy heels, but if you’re sitting at a table for 90 percent of the evening, who’s going to see them? Instead, try a statement necklace or pretty blouse for a dinner party.

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Pool party: DON’T dress for the beach.

There’s a difference between a tropical beach vacation with your significant other and a poolside party with family and friends; namely, one gives you the OK to wear a barely there bikini and one doesn’t.

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Place of worship: DON’T wear your going-out heels.

If there were ever a time to go for not-too-high, ladylike pumps or a chic pair of boots, this is it. Think: Michelle Obama at the 2013 Inauguration, not Megan Fox at the premiere of This Is 40.

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The airport: DON’T take a fashion day off.

Of course you want to be comfortable on the airplane, but there’s a way to do that without wearing your bathrobe and slippers to the check-in gate. Try leggings, a cashmere sweater, and flats for a happy medium.

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Girls’ night out: DON’T be that friend.

Just because you’re out to party and let loose doesn’t mean you need to let everything hang out.

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First date: DON’T look too high-maintenance.

Loads of makeup, a flashy designer bag, and your highest heels might send a message that material possessions (and watching five hours of reality TV a night) are at the top of your priorities list.

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Gallery hopping: DON’T look like the art.

Wear a print too abstract or a blazer too sculptural and you might look like you’re wearing a costume or, even worse, are part of the exhibition.